Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000
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61 Features
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78 Overall
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
- Revealed February 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX100
- Later Model is Samsung NX210
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 344g - 120 x 67 x 45mm
- Released April 2014
- Older Model is Sony NEX-6
- Successor is Sony A6300
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Samsung NX200 and Sony A6000, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Samsung and Sony. The sensor resolution of the NX200 (20MP) and the A6000 (24MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe NX200 was brought out 3 years earlier than the A6000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the NX200 scores against the A6000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX200 & Sony Alpha a6000. The entire galleries are provided at Samsung NX200 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Sony A6000
NX200 | A6000 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6000 over the Samsung NX200
A6000 | NX200 | |||
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Released | April 2014 | February 2012 | Fresher by 26 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 614k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Samsung NX200 and Sony A6000
NX200 | A6000 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Samsung NX200 features exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Sony A6000 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") having a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).
Contrast the Samsung NX200 and Sony A6000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the NX200 and the A6000.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the NX200 and A6000 is 90 and 85 respectively.
Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX200 and A6000.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony A6000 to resolve extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older NX200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Samsung NX200 vs Sony A6000 Specifications
Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha a6000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Samsung | Sony |
Model | Samsung NX200 | Sony Alpha a6000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-02-28 | 2014-04-23 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 15 | 179 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Samsung NX | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 32 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 614k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | Active Matrix OLED screen | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual | Flash off, auto, fill-flaw, slow sync, redeye reduction, hi-speed sync, wireless control |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/180s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 223 grams (0.49 lbs) | 344 grams (0.76 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") | 120 x 67 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 69 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.6 | 24.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | 13.1 |
DXO Low light score | 618 | 1347 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 360 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BC1030 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, continuous (3-5 shot)) |
Time lapse recording | With downloadable app | |
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $818 | $548 |